Kerala is rich in many dance forms which are highly developed. One of the most popular and most rigorous dance-drama forms is the Kathakali. It is one of the oldest theatre forms in the world, having its roots in Hindu Mythology in the 17th century. Kathakali is a mixture of dance, literature, music and painting. Kathakali explains the culture and history of Kerala. It is the greatest visual miracle that Kerala has ever presented to the world of performing arts. In the temple sculpture in Kerala and frescoes in the Mattancherry temple of approximately the 16th century, dances scenes so typical to Kathakali are seen.
Kathakali is held in high esteem by connoisseurs and aficionados for its structural and technical versatility. Kathakali has basically four components for its system of acting. They are hand gestures (Angikam) emotive expressions of the face and total body acting (Satwikam), flamboyant costumes and elaborate facial make-up (Aharyam), the Aharya has many faces like Pacha, Kathi, Thadi, Minnuku etc. and oral expression by way of music (Vachikam) accompanied by percussions, vocals and other instruments. The make-up they wear helps to bring various emotions. The colours used and the names depicts the nature of the characters. The dance extravaganza last all through night to dawn. Watching a Kathakali performance is invigorating experience because it has the inherent capability to conveying ample measure the basic artistic essence to the human mind. Aroma Homestay arranges the facility to watch Kathakali performance for our esteemed guests. The contribution of the Namboothiri community to the evolution, overall development and promotion of Kathakali dance drama can never be over stressed.Go to this link to view Kathakali performance http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3scgayEovc
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